What Happened on October 2, 1989

Historical Events

  • TV true life drama "A Cry for Help: The Tracey Thurman Story" premieres on NBC in the US

Famous Birthdays

  • Roman Ibramkhalilov, Ukrainian heavy metal guitarist (Jinjer -"Pisces"), born in Ukraine

Famous Deaths

  • Liesbeth Ribbius Peletier, Dutch politician, feminist and the 1st female member of the Council of State (1958-66), dies at 98
Died in 1989 1989 Highlights

About October 2, 1989

Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 34 years, 6 months and 25 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Snake
Star Sign: Libra

Holidays: Gandhi Jayanti (India)

Music Charts

  • US #1 Song: Miss You Much - Janet Jackson
  • UK #1 Song: Ride On Time - Black Box